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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1788249718597The Cast of Heathers the Musical - Pamela Raith (3).jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>The cast of &#x27;Heathers the Musical.&#x27; Pamela Raith/Handout</div>MANILA — Filipino performer Gerardine Sacdalan will lead the Manila cast of “Heathers the Musical,” which will make its Philippine debut in January 2027.Sacdalan will play Veronica Sawyer in the darkly comic musical, which will run from January 21 to February 7 at The Theatre at Solaire in Parañaque City.Presented by GMG Productions in association with Bill Kenwright Ltd. and Paul Taylor-Mills, the Manila production follows sold-out runs in London, New York and Melbourne.Sacdalan earned a nomination for Best Professional Debut at the 10th anniversary of the WhatsOnStage Awards for her performance as Juliet in the UK tour of “&amp; Juliet.” She also played Sandra Beaumont in “Made in Dagenham in Concert” at The London Palladium and Frenchie in “Grease: The Immersive Musical” at Battersea Park.She will be joined in the Manila cast by Louis Hearsey as Jason “J.D.” Dean, Liberty Stottor as Heather Chandler, Jessica Ibadin as Heather Duke and Lou Henry as Heather McNamara.The cast also includes Veronica Carabai as Ms. Fleming and Veronica’s Mom; Sophie Manners as Martha Dunnstock; Markus Södergren as Kurt Kelly; Beau Jackson as Ram Sweeney; John Gurdían as Ram’s Dad, Big Bud Dean and Coach Ripper; and Reuben Browne as Kurt’s Dad, Veronica’s Dad and Principal Gowan.“Heathers the Musical” is based on the 1989 film starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater. Set at Westerberg High, the story follows Veronica Sawyer, an unpopular student who suddenly finds herself part of the school’s elite after being taken under the wing of the three powerful and cruel Heathers.Her newfound popularity takes a darker turn with the arrival of J.D., a rebellious student who draws her into a dangerous relationship. The musical explores popularity, friendship, identity and the consequences of trying to fit in.The show features music and lyrics by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O’Keefe, with songs including “Seventeen,” “Candy Store,” “Meant to Be Yours,” “I Say No” and “Dead Girl Walking.”Andy Fickman directs the production, with choreography by Gary Lloyd. The creative team also includes David Shields for design, Ben Cracknell for lighting, Dan Samson for sound, and Jeremy Wootton and Will Joy for musical supervision.“ Heathers the Musical” premiered in Los Angeles in 2013 before moving to New York’s New World Stages in 2014. A reimagined production opened in London in 2018 with new songs and an updated script.The musical has since had multiple West End seasons and UK and Ireland tours. It was also filmed and streamed globally in 2022.For its Manila run, the production is recommended for audiences 14 and older. It contains strong language and mature themes, including murder, suicide, sexual violence and references to eating disorders, as well as haze, loud noises, gunshots, flashing lights and strobe effects.Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Sept. 13. UnionBank cardholders can access a presale from September 8 to 11, followed by a waitlist onsale on September 12. Both the presale and waitlist onsale offer 10% off.<div>“Heathers the Musical” will run from January 21 to February 7, 2027, at The Theatre at Solaire.</div>

Filipino performer Gerardine Sacdalan will lead the Manila cast of “Heathers the Musical,” which will make its Philippine debut in January 2027.

Filipino performer Gerardine Sacdalan will lead the Manila cast of “Heathers the Musical,” which will make its Philippine debut in January 2027.

Filipino performer Gerardine Sacdalan to lead Manila cast of ‘Heathers the Musical’

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Filipino performer Gerardine Sacdalan to lead Manila cast of ‘Heathers the Musical’

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Published September 01, 2026 05:02 PM PHT

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